Monday, October 4, 2010

A Snowy Winter's Night

I am so pleased with the way this card turned out! I tried a new technique for making the snow flurries.

Here is a close up

This card was super easy to make. I started with a piece of ice blue pearlescent paper and lightly sponged Distressed Black Soot on the paper in kind of an “S” curve (although I could have done a little better job with that part). I wanted to create a “wispy” look to the scene.

Next, I stamped the Lakeside Cove Lg. image in Black StazOn using my stamp-a-ma-jig for placement.

I then used a cotton swab and applied ColorBox Frost White to the rocks for highlights.

To create the flurries so they would look more natural, I poured a little Folk Art pearl white acrylic paint onto a paint palette. I dipped the bristles of a toothbrush into the paint and ran my thumb across the bristles causing them to spray ink on the card. Yes, this does get a little messy and I do suggest you practice first with the toothbrush technique.

I mounted my stamped image onto another piece of ice blue paper and then assembled my card using a piece of Memory Box Dove Gray paper.

Thanks for your lovely comments on my blog- I do so love this Stampscapes card, I will be having a go at your method. I adore the Stampscapes stamps, especially the way that backgrounds can be creative.

What a beautiful snow scene! I just found you through Stampscapes and love your designs. We have started a challenge blog at www.craftascene.blogspot.com You would be a wonderful addition!On to look at more!Sheree